The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact used a code reader and retrieved a DTC code for an engine misfire in cylinder #3. The contact cleared the code; however, the check engine warning light returned. The contact stated that upon the start of the vehicle, there was heavy white smoke coming…
2014 Ford Escape engine problems
severe 659 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100 · see engine across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
659
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$3,100
1crash
62fires
2injuries
When does it fail?
Of the 659 engine complaints filed for the 2014 Ford Escape, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 100,000-125,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Engine accounts for 32% of every owner complaint on file for this vehicle — the dominant problem area across 12 categories tracked.
Owners have filed 659 engine complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
When can I expect this recall #17s09 to be settled by Ford?
The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle would intermittently fail to accelerate upon the depression of the accelerator pedal without warning. As the failure persisted, the contact checked the engine and discovered that there was no coolant in the engine. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer where the mechanic…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Ford escape. The stated the vehicle engine cooling system failed. The contact stated that a message was received on the instrument panel stating that the coolant system was low and service was required. The contact stated that coolant needed to be added every two weeks to the vehicle for the engine not to fail. The contact also stated that the coolant failure started…
The engine suddenly down dies while driving several times in the past few months.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Ford escape. On october 18, 2017, the vehicle was taken to a local dealer (sam scism Ford, 5019 flat river rd, farmington, mo 63640) where it was diagnosed that the sensors for the coolant levels needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. While driving 20 MPH, smoke appeared through the air vents and the vehicle caught fire. There were no injuries. The air bags…
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Ford escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 17s09000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. San leandro Ford in san leandro, california was made aware of the recall and stated that the parts were…
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2014 Ford Escape?
It's a meaningful issue. 659 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Across the 442 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most engine failures cluster between 59,000 and 110,000 miles, with the median around 81,830. A quarter of owners report trouble before 59,000; a quarter make it past 110,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Ford/Escape.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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